{"id":993,"date":"2018-11-05T21:46:55","date_gmt":"2018-11-05T21:46:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theweddingplanner.com.hk\/staging\/?p=993"},"modified":"2024-04-26T04:56:10","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T20:56:10","slug":"alternative-wedding-outfit-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theweddingplanner.com.hk\/staging\/alternative-wedding-outfit-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Alternative Wedding Outfit Ideas For When You Don't Want To Go With The Typical White Gown"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nOn February 10, 1840, Queen Victoria changed the wedding dress industry<\/a> for centuries to come when she wore a white gown (instead of a red one, which was tradition at the time) to her own nuptials. For a while after then, it seemed that white was the default option, even for less traditional brides. In the early 2010s, bridal designers did start to branch out a bit in terms of color (Vera Wang\u2019s Spring 2012 show<\/a> didn\u2019t feature a single white dress) but even now, the silhouettes remain largely the same. The biggest trends from Spring 2018 Bridal Fashion Week<\/a> are stunning, but feature the same cinched waists, lace fabric, and dramatic skirts we\u2019ve been seeing on runways and wedding aisles for decades. While wanting a traditional style is quite understandable (after all, these trends have persisted because they look good<\/em>) to truly stand out in your wedding photos, it seems shopping outside the bridal section can be a good idea, too.
\nIf you're in the market for an alternative outfit to wear to your wedding, ahead, you\u2019ll find some inspiration that breaks a lot of the unspoken rules about wedding dresses<\/a>. Some are bridal specific, some are not, but they\u2019ll all look incredible in your photos.\n<\/div>\n

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Pick A Color Other Than White<\/h3>\n

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\nDress: Oscar De La Renta<\/em>
\nMight as well start with the biggest breaking-the-trend trend of all: wearing a color other than white. If you still like a lighter feel, go for a dress in a super pale shade or one with ombre details. If keeping that \"bridal\" vibe is important to you, then try sticking with a traditional silhouette \u2014 like this dramatic skirt moment \u2014 no matter what colour you rock.
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\nAll Clothing: Brandon Maxwell | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik<\/em>
\nIt's rare to see a two-piece number that isn't a suit walk down the aisle \u2014 but clearly, it can work. A fuzzy sweater and dramatic skirt can make a serious bridal statement, especially for a winter wedding<\/a>, without even treading too far from a traditional silhouette. Bonus points: Pair the ensemble with shoes in a bold color like blue.
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\nDress: Wolford<\/a> Courtesy Of Shopbop.com<\/a> | Jacket: Danielle Frankel | Shoes: Tom Ford<\/em>
\nWhile getting married is a great<\/em> excuse to drop more on an outfit than you usually would, spending thousands of dollars isn\u2019t the only way to get a look you love. Retailers like Modcloth<\/a>, Anthropologie<\/a>, and ASOS<\/a> have their own collections of trendy-yet-affordable bridal outfits \u2014 and, to be honest, you can snag a white dress from any of your favorite stores and call it a day.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nDress: Danielle Frankel | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik<\/em>
\nThe strapless silhouette so often associated with wedding dresses is becoming less prevalent, with designers creating off-the-shoulder looks instead<\/a>. To amp up the trend one step further, look for gowns that feel less delicate than the traditional style. This ensemble has a trenchcoat feel that would be perfect for a wedding in the colder months.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nAll Clothing & Accessories: Simone Rochas<\/em>
\nWho says a wedding dress has to be uber conservative? Sheer details have been making their way onto bridal outfits for a while now (especially at the bodice), but now the Naked Wedding Dress<\/a> has officially become a trend. Going sheer from head to toe with touches of lace makes for an ultra pretty look.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nDress: Alessandra Rich | Shoes: Stuart Weitzman<\/em>
\nPerhaps the most dramatic choice for your wedding day look, black dresses pretty much scream cool. Look for one with lace details or layers of tulle to keep it feeling romantic, or opt for a more standard, striking LBD. No rules, no problem.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nAll Clothing: Tom Ford | Shoes: Stuart Weitzman<\/em>
\nAlthough it can sometimes still seem this way, a gown actually isn\u2019t a requirement for your wedding day<\/a>. In 2016, the New York Times<\/em> reported that more and more designers were creating pant suits<\/a> for brides after demand for them got so high. In 2018, non-dress options were pretty much expected<\/a> on the Bridal Fashion Week runways \u2014 Naeem Khan even debuted a bridal tracksuit<\/a>. All that is to say: Anything goes.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nDress: Hellessy | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik<\/em>
\nEven if you\u2019re wearing pants, wedding ensembles are typically floor length. But that\u2019s not always so practical, especially if your celebration is taking place somewhere with high temps, or your shindig involves lots of dancing. Luckily, everyone from H&M<\/a> to Marchesa<\/a> are making short options now. Bonus: They usually cost less, too.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\nAll Clothing & Accessories: Simone Rocha<\/em>
\nWhile your traditional diamond stud earrings and delicate necklaces will probably always be in style, statement accessories more in line with the over-the-top vibe of Victorian royalty<\/a> are becoming wildly popular, too. In addition to some sweet earrings, try bold hair clips<\/a>.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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